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How Core Beliefs Run Your Life - For Good or BadFoolproof Ways to Use Assertiveness to Request a RaiseTips for Using Social Media in a Healthy Manner- Financial Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixWhen financial planner and motivational speaker Suze Orman talks, people listen. Orman says we all need to get our financial priorities straight. "The correct order is people, money and things. You have to care about yourself and others [first]. And you can't go from people to things; you need ...
Views: 1688(3 votes) - Five Key Points To Building Self Esteem - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Kenya JohnsonA major key to building self-esteem and developing a healthy body image is loving who you are. I know, it is easier said than done. This is a hard task when you are constantly inundated with negative thoughts and feelings about you. Getting to a healthy self-esteem or body image will not ...
Views: 1043(3 votes) - How to Stop Being Resigned to an Uninspired Life - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2004 from Sopan GreeneAs you look back on your life today what would you change? Anything? Everything? Have you lived a passionate adventure or have you been stuck on the birth-school-work-death treadmill? Many of us have made choices in our lives that have compromised who we are. We do things that are out of ...
Views: 4195(3 votes) - Overcome Shyness Now - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Jonathan MansfieldAnyone of any age, sex, nationality or status can suffer from shyness. The general consensus is that shyness is no big deal. Nothing could be further from the truth. At best, shy people have few, if any, friends and lead quiet unfulfilled lives. In more serious cases shy people can ...
Views: 1556(3 votes) - Some Common Characteristics of Low Self Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2011 from guy brugadaIf you think about it, you'll find that low self esteem is like a mental jail, a set of rules, opinions and values, imposed by our own mind, which limit our abilities, our way of thinking and our life. Do you like what you see in that mirror? Do you feel pride, compassion and respect about ...
Views: 3991(3 votes) - STOPPING BULLIES IMPROVES SELF-ESTEEM - by Did you know that 6.5 million boys and 3.5 million girls are involved in fights every year on school grounds in America? Plus, 4.5 million students are threatened with bodily harm each year, with almost 2 million students being robbed.
Bullying has become a very serious "Hot" topic today. It's ...
Views: 782(3 votes) - Success Strategies in Business - How To Develop Unstoppable Belief - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2010 from Mandy & Trevor SwiftDeveloping unshakable belief is going to one of your key business success strategies. Many of the greatest people in history had nothing but belief to sustain them in the early days or even years of their endeavours. Mary Kay Ash's mascot for her cosmetics company is a bumblebee. Because of its ...
Views: 1309(3 votes) - The "I Feel Like a Child" Syndrome - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Leon SeltzerIf our various child parts are not fully integrated into our adult self, we're likely at times to feel like a child inside an adult's body. We won't be able to feel truly grown up because our basic sense of self hasn't sufficiently evolved into the actual adult we've become. Our chronological ...
Views: 3958(3 votes) - The Essence of Leadership - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Willie HortonWe’re all called upon to be leaders – if you have children, people reporting to you at work, friends who confide in you – leadership is required of you. You mightn’t call it that, but that is what it is. Above all, we’re called upon to lead our own lives. Yes, we’re called upon to be leaders ...
Views: 1540(3 votes) - The Importance of YOU - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Lisa BoussonIf you’re like most people on the planet you’ve questioned why you’re here, on Earth, at this difficult time. As an ordained minister, please allow me to speak on a soul level… There’s much to be learned by living in struggling times. The current hardships are much, but when you face them with ...
Views: 1670(3 votes) - The Perfect Interview – (from “Out of the Actor’s Playbook”) - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Lori Kirstein, Speaker/"Emotional Linguist", Author, ActorHow do they do it? Those people who look so self-confident, so “put together” … are they really what they seem? They might even be having a bad day, but still they look fabulous, and they interview perfectly. So how do they do it? Here are a few tips – a few leaves from the Actor’s Playbook: ...
Views: 1458(3 votes) - What Do You Love About Yourself? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Paula GregorowiczCan you answer that question quickly and with a nice long list? If you can’t you’re not alone. So many people really struggle with this question. If I asked you the question "What do you dislike about yourself?" Would the answers flow freely and make a long list? If so, again, you have lots ...
Views: 1295(3 votes) - Winners give up bad associations, partnerships and relationships. - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2010 from JAMES MAIOHOWhat happens when pleasing others runs contrary to serving your own best interests? People all over the country have told me that they feel held back by the very people they believe should be helping them succeed. They secretly fear that their own family and friends work against their ...
Views: 1979(3 votes) - You Got a Problem? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from CHARLES GLASSMANThe upbeat messages bombard us all the time: “Just think positive,” we’re urged. Or: “You should view the glass as half-full, not half-empty.” If we seem beset with self-doubt, we’re reminded to “just believe in yourself.” I’ve been part of this chorus of cheerfulness; you’ve heard me extol the ...
Views: 1642(6 votes) - 7 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Body Image and Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2010 from Catherine Cardinal1. Learn to set reasonable goals. Whether it’s about your exercise routine or diet, don’t set the bar too high or you may find yourself resisting and then failing. Remember that a healthy, balanced life is a journey of steps. Give yourself permission to win by keeping a steady workable ...
Views: 1739(7 votes) - Get past the "honeymoon phase" in everything you do. - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Chris SuttonGet past the honeymoon phase in everything that you do. The honeymoon phase - I see it day in and day out in many of my businesses. If you're renting a home to somebody, whoever you're renting to is always a nice person in the beginning. They always have the best of intentions. A couple of ...
Views: 2151(7 votes) - *** Become More Self-Confident - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Garrett CoanSigns of Self-Confidence Let's explore the meaning of self-confidence by taking a quiz. Read the list of statements below and check which ones, in your opinion, are signs of self-confidence. 1. Admitting when you are wrong. 2. Being flexible when change is needed. 3. Talking about your ...
Views: 2163(4 votes) - ***How the Lefkoe Belief Process Works, Part 1 - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Morty LefkoeMany people who have eliminated at least one belief using the Lefkoe Belief Process have asked me for more details on how it actually works. In order to provide you with a relatively complete answer (it would take me several days to teach you how to use it effectively), I’ve written a two-part ...
Views: 6942(4 votes) - ***How the Lefkoe Belief Process Works, Part 2 - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Morty LefkoeTHIS IS PART 2 OF “HOW THE LEFKOE BELIEF PROCESS WORKS. Read Part 1 first. For many years we thought that this was all that was necessary to eliminate a belief. A few years ago we realized that it was enough for “visual” people, people who know reality by seeing it, who are about 80% of the ...
Views: 4991(4 votes) - ***How To Rise Above Challenging Circumstances - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteTake a moment to ask yourself: What would be the best thing you could do for yourself, right now, given the incredibly uncertain and stressful times you are facing? What would best prepare you for whatever your life, the economy or other circumstances, might throw at you? If you watch, ...
Views: 5463(8 votes) - Are You Singing Your Song of Success? Five Secrets to Following Your Dreams and Achieving More Success in Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Ed SykesRecently, Susan Boyle, an unemployed forty-seven year old single woman from the small village of Blackburn, Scotland decided to compete in the television program, “Britain’s Got Talent.” She did not look like the typical “star quality” contestant. So, when she first walked out on the stage, ...
Views: 1186(4 votes) - Do You Know What the Early Signs of Depression Are? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from David FordUnless someone is totally familiar with the symptoms of depression, it can be extremely difficult to diagnose, let alone help. Many people don't even know that they are suffering from depression, and in the USA over 15 million people are affected to some extent or another, and the startling ...
Views: 2591(4 votes) - End the Epidemic of Low Self Esteem - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Patricia OmoquiLow self esteem is a widespread mental affliction; it has reached epidemic proportions. Almost all people carry this “virus.” Few are symptom-free. Typical indications of infection include anxiety, helplessness, depression and addictions to work, food, alcohol, drugs, and dysfunctional ...
Views: 2088(8 votes) - Growing in Wisdom and Love - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from M.J. RyanIf there is a through line in my life, both personally and as a writer, it is to identify and develop those qualities that help us grow individually and collectively in wisdom and love. That’s ultimately why I’m so interested in self trust. “Wisdom,” Buddhist monk Khandro Rinpoche says, “is ...
Views: 1581(4 votes) - How to Be a Source of Inspiration - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Debora McLaughlinThe way we look at ourselves has so much to do with how we influence others. In fact, the way we see ourselves is our choice. If we see ourselves in a negative way, then it just follows that we become introverted and therefore ineffective in empowering others. In order to influence others, we ...
Views: 1204(4 votes) - Women Supervising Men - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Holly True VerretIf you are in a supervisory role at work and you have men in your department it is important to learn how to communicate with them. It is widely known that men and women communicate differently and a woman supervisor who understands this and works towards communicating more effectively will get ...
Views: 4954(4 votes) - ~ The Truth About Self-Limiting Beliefs ~ - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Larry AgrestoThe good news is that we all experience self-limiting beliefs; the bad news is, that’s right, we all have self-limiting beliefs. There’s more good news though - we can do something about them. Limiting beliefs have a method to their madness, they keep us safe, safe from ever having to take a ...
Views: 2547(4 votes) - How To Be A Predictably Successful Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Sue PainterOne of the questions I get asked frequently when I speak to groups of self-employed women is “Sue, how can I make sure that my business succeeds?” It’s a risk to open a business. We are putting our life’s energy and our money on the table, saying “I can take my life’s remaining days and my ...
Views: 1278(5 votes) - No Conflict? No Good! Find Out How Conflict Prepares You For Breakthroughs - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Diana MorrisWe’ve all got preconceived ideas about what relationships “should be” like or how teams “ought to” work. These expectations can cause us a lot of grief as relationship after relationship seems to fall short. But as we’ve seen, conflicts at work are a given. There are no perfect teams, ...
Views: 2356(5 votes) - Zen and the Art of Test Taking - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Benjamin Moss"Every week when I go to school to take the test I feel like there's a gun at my head - a loaded gun pointed directly at my head." It was shocking to hear my client talk this way; a very capable, highly articulate woman in her forties who was struggling to finish court reporting school. ...
Views: 2982(5 votes) - ***How To Find The Source Of Beliefs - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Morty LefkoeSince we first offered belief-elimination programs on the Internet in November, 2008, many people have said to me: The source of the beliefs you give in the belief-elimination videos might be the source for most people, but not all are true for me. Please help me find the source of my ...
Views: 3626(6 votes) - Do You Respect Your Time? If You Don't, Others Won't Either! - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Maria ErvingHave you been experiencing that lately that people are always late to always late for meetings? That's the law of attraction in action; somehow you haven't been true to your own values. It's never about the other people really; it's about us being firm and clear about what we want and staying ...
Views: 2952(6 votes) - Fakin' It? Not Really Makin' It? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteAs I was driving along the Malibu coast Paul Simon's "Fakin' It" blared through the radio. I had the volume cranked because I had the top down and was singing loudly and badly along with the song. It's such fun to let go and sing, especially if the sound of your voice could turn wine into ...
Views: 1411(6 votes) - Smart Women Make a Great First Impression - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffA few days ago, our family made a trip to the local bank here in our community so that our children could open their first savings account. The piggy banks were overflowing with money due to various visits from the tooth fairy, as well as rewards for all of their good deeds around the house. ...
Views: 1123(6 votes) - Mental Stillness and Being Present: Key Ingredients of Happiness - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Dr. Robert PuffIf you were to ask me, “What is the key, essential component of happiness?” or, “What is a fundamental element of happiness? my answer would be simultaneously simple , yet very complicated. Here, I’d like to explore the fundamental element of happiness. When we “get it,” when we understand it, ...
Views: 1349(7 votes) - Proven Strategies to Increase Your Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Michelle PrinceRecently I saw an interesting news report about a famous model who decided to get her legs insured. Her legs were a highly marketable asset, so it was important to her and her modeling agency to make sure they would be protected against any potential injury or harm. Her right leg was insured ...
Views: 1238(7 votes) - Do You Know That Being Confident Affects Other People? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAnd not just being confident--some other human emotions also. And why is that, you ask-- it's because we as human beings normally take in some of the emotions of people we're in contact with or those whom we saw. After that, we experience a change in our own mood though you know that nothing ...
Views: 939(1 vote) - *** Everyone Knows Change is Difficult … Are You Sure? - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty Lefkoe“Change is difficult, everyone knows that!” This is the response I frequently get when people ask me what I do and I reply that I can help them make fundamental life changes, easily, quickly and permanently. Why do so many people believe that they have to put in a lot of time and effort, and ...
Views: 2661(2 votes) - ***Are Your Beliefs Permanently Gone? Four Tests To Know For Sure - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Morty LefkoeThe Lefkoe Institute has had a big marketing problem since its inception 24 years ago. People don’t believe we can do what we promise to do. Our unique distinction is that we can help people quickly and permanently eliminate all the relevant beliefs that cause virtually any behavioral or ...
Views: 3245(3 votes) - ***Creative? Create Your Life Instead of Living As Its Creation - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteHave you ever thought life would be different for you today if you had a different childhood? Have you ever held thoughts such as: "My Mother never really cared about who I was." "My Father told me that I'd never amount to anything." "People won't like me if I don't agree with the ...
Views: 1476(3 votes) - ***Does Anger Make You Uncomfortable? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Morty LefkoeThe first time I really allowed myself to experience my anger I fainted. I was about 36 and had successfully suppressed my anger since childhood. And there I was in a group therapy session, hitting a mat with a stick with foam wrapped around it, screaming: “Mom, I’m really angry at you.” ...
Views: 2258(2 votes) - ***Eliminating Beliefs in Organizations - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Morty LefkoeYou probably already know that The Lefkoe Method can improve your personal life. Did you also know that it can be used to improve your work environment? Although the Lefkoe Institute is not doing much corporate work right now, we have helped over 10,000 employees from over 50 ...
Views: 1921(4 votes) - ***Everyone Knows Change is Difficult … Are You Sure? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Morty LefkoeBecause I’m in the change business I am frequently telling people that change is really easy if you first eliminate the relevant beliefs. Almost without exception, the response is: “But everyone knows that people resist change!” Don’t you think that people resist change? Don’t you notice ...
Views: 1977(4 votes) - ***How the Mind Determines Athletic Success - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Morty LefkoeIn order to make this blog post personally valuable to you, I'd like to start by asking you a couple of questions. First, whatever sport you play, how often do you play up to your potential, in other words, if you rate your best performance a 10, how often do you play at a 10? ... The next ...
Views: 1993(3 votes) - ***Michael Jackson: An Unfortunate Example of "What You Resist, Persists" - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI was not surprised to learn in recent interviews with Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, former close confidante to Michael Jackson, that Michael lost the will to live. He was embarrassed to go out in public. He had mutilated his face so much through unnecessary plastic surgery that he thought he looked ...
Views: 1579(2 votes) - ***Our Perceptions Shape Our Reality - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeIf you asked someone, “Do things exist?” the response would probably be, “Of course things exist! The world is full of things. Everyone knows that there is physical stuff out there—that reality is tangible and real!” But what allows any thing—a hand, a chair, or any other object—to exist? One ...
Views: 2351(3 votes) - ***Resentment and Expectations: Big Fat Life Hold Ups - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI work with a lot of people who are often in conflict with people they work, or aspire to work with, or in their personal relationships. Time and again I see people become frustrated, angry, and hostile, all a result of having fixed and expectations of one another. Some hold onto and wear their ...
Views: 2458(5 votes) - ***Rip Off The Bandaid and Take The Note: Sage Advice From A Hollywood Wizard - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI was sitting at my table enjoying the pile of fruit on my plate at an early morning breakfast meeting when all of a sudden I recognized a Wizard before me. I was there to listen to guest speaker, Krista Vernoff, Emmy-nominated, Golden Globe-winning head writer and executive producer of the ...
Views: 1610(3 votes) - ***Smart Strategies to Achieve Self-Confident Nonverbal Communication - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteIn order to be as effective as possible with your confident statements, you need to learn how to hold your body and use your voice. If you’re saying confident words, but your body or voice show that you’re unsure of yourself, people will believe your nonverbal communication instead of your ...
Views: 6715(1 vote) - ***What Happens When a Belief is Eliminated? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Morty LefkoeBecause people are not used to permanently eliminating beliefs (processes that are guaranteed to totally and permanently eliminate long-standing beliefs are rare), people aren’t sure what to expect when a belief really is eradicated. Actually, there can be a wide variety of responses. We ...
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